Nate Bittle projected as late 2nd round pick in 2026 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 9:27 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Oregon Ducks center Nate Bittle is projected to be selected by the Atlanta Hawks in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, according to a mock draft by USA TODAY's Bryan Kalbrosky. Bittle was not drafted on the first night and had previously tested the NBA waters last year before returning to college. His size and shooting ability make him an intriguing option for the Hawks, who have already addressed their center position by selecting Zuby Ejiofor in the first round. The second round of the draft is scheduled to start at 5:00 p.m. PST Wednesday.
- •Nate Bittle projected to be picked No. 57 by Atlanta Hawks
- •Bittle did not get drafted on first night of 2026 NBA Draft
- •Hawks previously selected center Zuby Ejiofor at No. 23
- •Second round of the NBA Draft begins at 5:00 p.m. PST on June 25
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — Late 2nd round projected as Nate Bittle's landing spot in 2026 draft
"The Ducks could be represented on night two of the 2026 NBA Draft, with center Nate Bittle appearing in an updated mock draft.
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